Established in 1981, the Livingston Awards recognize outstanding reporting and bolster the careers of young journalists. Each winner receives a prize of $10,000 for local, national or international reporting. The Livingston Awards invite print, online, video, audio and data visualization entries.

In this webinar, an epidemiologist and two Pulitzer Prize-winning reporters will discuss the latest phase of the nation’s overdose epidemic as drugs laced with fentanyl and other poisonous synthetics flood the nation. They will discuss demographic trends and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on prevention, treatment and recovery. Journalists will gain deep insights into an epidemic that killed more than 100,000 Americans last year and will learn practical tips for covering the crisis. Panelists will also suggest fresh story angles.

During this 4-day virtual event, mental health experts and advocates will discuss the need for equitable, accessible and affordable services for older adults, gaps in care and possible solutions to address this growing problem.